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Outlook is broken in space — Artemis II commander can't use email
By Sean Endicott published
Apps Even a multi-billion-dollar rocket can't escape Microsoft's buggy Outlook apps. Artemis II Commander Reid Wiseman reported two broken versions of Outlook on his Surface Pro.

HP’s Snapdragon X2 Elite model might be the turning point for Windows laptops
By Cale Hunt published
Laptops HP's OmniBook Ultra 14 (G2) is thinner, lighter, and way faster than its predecessor.

Microsoft rolls out advanced transcription AI built for real‑world workloads
By Kevin Okemwa published
AI Microsoft has unveiled a host of in-house AI models, including MAI-Transcribe-1, MAI-Voice-1, and MAI-Image-2, which will be available via Microsoft Foundry.

Xbox FanFest goes global, confirms events in Europe, Japan, and more
By Jez Corden published
Xbox Microsoft has revived Xbox FanFest for the Xbox June Showcase 2026, but it's going even further than usual this time.

PC gaming is getting cooked by rising prices as Steam's March survey shows huge swings
By Cale Hunt published
PC Gaming Steam just released its March hardware and software survey, and it's clear that the PC gaming market is going through a massive flux as inflated prices force buyers into new (and old) areas.

Microsoft tests new default "open at login" option for Edge on Windows 11
By Zac Bowden published
Windows 11 A new update now in testing sets Edge to automatically appear at startup, and you are forced to opt-out if you don't want it.

Your next PC might be 60% more expensive as shipments decline
By Kevin Okemwa published
Laptops AI demand is driving RAM and storage prices up 60%, with US PC shipments forecast to fall 13% in 2026.

Minecraft just got sulfur caves and spring blocks — and the chaos is glorious
By Adam Hales published
Minecraft Minecraft’s latest Bedrock Preview lets players try out sulfur caves, springs, and new blocks, while Java Edition players get a chaotic April Fools snapshot that completely changes how inventory works.

I tested Speechify’s new Windows app — here’s why it impressed me
By Sean Endicott published
Apps Testing Speechify’s new Windows app proves voice typing is faster than a keyboard, though AI quirks and a $29 monthly fee remain significant hurdles.

Windows 11’s latest Insider update adds NPU tracking — a small change with big future vibes
By Cale Hunt published
Windows 11 Arriving now for Windows 11 Insiders is a buff to Task Manager that provides far more information about your PC's NPU usage and performance. Here's how it works and why it makes sense in 2026.
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